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Clearwater County 4-H Program Manager

Established: 12/10 Non-Exempt

Revised: 4/14, 8/22 Grade Level: 6

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Clearwater County

CLASS SPECIFICATION

4-H PROGRAM MANAGER

Class Summary/Primary Function

The primary function of an employee in this class is to coordinate, facilitate and administer 4-H

activities, providing education and support for 4-H youth and leaders, and preparing 4-H

resource materials. Duties include a high degree of public contact and may include working

evenings and weekends. This position works closely with the Fair Board to ensure smooth

operation of 4-H activities at the fair. The Program Assistant reports to the Extension Educator.

The principal duties of this class are performed in a general office environment. However,

extensive travel is required for events, club meetings, training sessions, fair participation, etc.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Identifies, recruits and trains target audiences to be involved in the total 4-H Program;

Assists in educating 4-H youth and adult volunteers;

Develops or obtains, implements and evaluates training materials for 4-H volunteers;

Develops resource materials such as visuals, demonstration supplies and literature required

for the 4-H program;

Responds to requests for assistance from 4-H volunteers staff, members and parents;

Advises youth, parents and volunteers on 4-H curriculum and support resources for the

county, district, state and national programs, events and other youth activities;

Receives and records enrollments and fees; enters data and maintains accurate records;

Coordinates workshops, weigh-ins, activities and shows; organizes leaders workshops;

Attends numerous meetings and workshops; assists project committees and standing

committees;

Coordinates with other counties to organize a 4-H camp; teaches an education class at camp,

collects camp fees;

Develops, facilitates and maintains the county leader and member recognition program;

Assists in the planning, organizing and assembling resources for the county fair; attends fair

event to coordinate and supervise 4-H proceedings;

Coordinates with other youth organizations, youth counselors and others for special and

ongoing events and activities;

Communicates with and serves as advisor to the 4-H teems concerning meetings, activities

and events geared toward self-improvement; provides teens with resources to meet goals;

provides guidance to County 4-H Ambassadors;

Orders 4-H curriculum materials; coordinates with committees to order animal tags, ribbons,

trophies and other awards during the year;

Reviews existing administrative and program procedures and initiates or recommends

improvements;

Keeps immediate supervisor and fully and accurately informed concerning work progress,

Clearwater County 4-H Program Manager

Established: 12/10 Non-Exempt

Revised: 4/14, 8/22 Grade Level: 6

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including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of

addressing such problems;

Responds to citizens, leaders and 4-Hers questions and comments in a courteous and

timely manner;

Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate co-workers to maximize the

effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.

Maintains strict confidentiality in all cases;

Coordinates and assists in development of 4-H activities in association with the University of

Idaho 4-H Agriculture Supervisor.

Interacts with County employees, customers, visitors and the general public effectively and

professionally;

Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures and

safety practices.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Assists in the Extension Office as needed, answering questions on all extension activities;

Performs other related duties as required.

Classification Requirements:

Knowledge of:

4-H and related programs, curricula and materials;

Public relations and effective communication techniques;

Conflict resolution methods and techniques;

Volunteers programs, including facilitation, collaboration, recruiting and training.

Ability to:

Plan, assemble and evaluate resources for 4-H programs;

Recruit new 4-H leaders and members;

Carry-out local, district and state educational programs;

Establish, develop and maintain positive public relationships;

Conduct and attend various evening and weekend programs and education meetin

Clearwater County Commissioners

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